Russell and I had a date night last night - dinner with friends followed by a Night of Worship at Buckhead Church. It was good - different, but good. The main thing that stands out for me from last night was communion. Although the service sort of skimmed over it without noting its significance and importance, I was moved beyond words. I always get choked up during communion, or any time I actually allow myself to think of the price paid on the cross for me. But last night was overwhelmingly different - I flashed to the thought of putting MY own child through that for other random people to be saved. I couldn't breathe at that thought - I couldn't do it - I couldn't knowingly put my precious daughter through that pain and suffering...but He did...for me...when I think about her infectious laughter and sparkling smile...I just couldn't...those sounds are some of the most wonderful sounds I've ever heard. I couldn't end them...I just couldn't...
"I'll stand with arms high and heart abandoned, in awe of the One who gave it all. I'll stand, my soul, Lord, to You surrendered. All I am is Yours." That song has been playing in my head all day and all last night. Wow, just wow.
